Word games is a favorite and always works well in any form of parties. It is a great way to break the ice among people who are not acquainted with one another and provides opportunity to have rounds of laughter. Thus, word games also works well in baby showers, and it really works with any type of guest.
Word games involve thinking and are challenging to play, that is why it is exciting especially for people who are competitive. These games are also easy to put together and organize. Here are some ideas you can work around with.
1. Blocks
This game combines word and letter games, plus crafts. It is not only a fun and challenging game, but also results in gifts for the parents-to-be
WHAT YOU NEED:
– blank wooden blocks
– permanent markers
– wood paint (diffetent colors)
HOW TO DO IT:
You will need a little bit of preparation before the baby shower or it could be a part of your activity that you can do with some of your guests during the baby shower, but before you play the games.
Using the permanent marker, write alphabet letter on one side of each wooden block. Make sure you have 26 wooden blocks for letters A to Z, and a couple of extra blocks incase you need to replace some.
During the game, give each guest a block or two, depends on the number of guests you have. Ask them to decorate the blocks using the wooden paint, with pictures that can be associated with the alphabet letter written in the block.
This game does not only allow your guest to bring out their creative and artistic side, but also provide opportunity for them to create a keepsake for the parents-to-be.
2. Unscramble
This game is a classic word game, but it never gets old in any parties. For baby shower though, use words that are baby-related.
WHAT YOU NEED:
– scrambled words (1 for each guest)
– pens and paper
– timer
HOW TO DO IT:
List down 20 (or more) five letters and more baby-related words or words that can be associated with babies (pacifier, stroller, cradle, etc.). Then list these words again, with the letters scrambled or mixed up.
Example:
– CFIPERA (PACIFIER)
– DRACEL (CRADLE)
You can play this game by group or by pairs. During the game, hand out copies of the scrambled word list. Set the timer to five minutes, depending on the number of words you have, you can adjust the timer. Ask the pairs or groups to unscramble the words. They will write the unscrambled words opposite each scrambled word.
The parents-to-be can read aloud the correct or unscrambled words. The pair or group who have the most correct response wins.
3. Name Maker
This is another fun game to play. I guess many are familiar with guessing games, but there is a twist with this one. And the good thing about this game is that it will give the parents-to-be an idea or inspiration for the baby’s name. Plus, this game is so easy to prepare.
WHAT YOU NEED:
– pens and paper
– timer
HOW TO DO IT:
Post the parents-to-be’s complete name on the wall, their first names and last names. Distribute pens and papers to your guests. They can work in pairs or small groups. Their task is to create a name for the newborn baby using only the letters of the parents-to-be’s names. Set the timer to 3 – 5 minutes.
Afterwards, they will read aloud the names they came up with some explanation why they came up with the name(s). This is really fun, especially when you get really unique names.
Hopefully these word games help you come up with your own. Just remember, no matter what idea you decide on, to always have fun yourself.